The Sum of the Differences Between Sample Observations and the Sample

question 9

Multiple Choice

The sum of the differences between sample observations and the sample mean is equal to ________.

• A)zero
• B)the mean deviation
• C)the range
• D)the standard deviation

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Definitions:

Positive

Exhibiting or characterized by a beneficial, affirmative, or constructive quality or attribute.

TNT

Trinitrotoluene, a yellow, odorless, explosive material used commonly as a high explosive.

Oxygen Balance

A concept in chemistry that calculates the degree to which an explosive compound can be oxidized, affecting its explosive properties.

Positive

Having a value of more than zero; often refers to electric charge associated with protons.